The cheapest and fastest trains from Farncombe to Reading
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Farncombe to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Farncombe to Reading will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Farncombe to Reading you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Farncombe to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Farncombe to Reading trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:43 Farncombe | 1h08 | 06:51 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:36 Farncombe | 0h57 | 07:33 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:54 Farncombe | 1h21 | 08:15 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:01 Farncombe | 1h14 | 08:15 Reading | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:34 Farncombe | 0h58 | 08:32 Reading | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farncombe to Reading
Trains from Farncombe to Reading run on average 3 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Farncombe to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Farncombe and Reading from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Farncombe to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Farncombe to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Farncombe and Reading
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 12:15 Saturday 08:00 - 14:35 Sunday 09:30 - 14:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth) is via steps or ramp (1:13, 6m). Transfer between platforms is either via stepped footbridge or via full barrier level crossing on Farncombe St. (total distance via road = 375m) Road footway is very narrow in places.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Located on Platform 1.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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